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Installation Procedure

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  1. Clean the debris and the dust from the park brake components using a clean shop towel.
    2. Fig 1: Locating Adjustment Screw, Park Brake Shoe & Retaining Spring
    GM370485Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Align the slots in both the adjusting screw and tappet to be parallel with the backing plate face.
  3. Position the park brake shoe (2) on the inboard side of the actuator (1).
  4. Slide the parking brake shoe into position and seat into the retaining spring (3).
  5. Inspect the shoe assembly position. The shoe must be central on the backing plate with both tips located in the slots.
  6. Adjust the park brake shoe. Refer to Parking Brake Adjustment (J55) .
  7. Install the brake rotor. Refer to Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (J55) or Rear Brake Rotor Replacement (JL9) .
  8. Install the rear brake caliper bracket. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement (JL9) or Rear Brake Caliper Bracket Replacement (J55) .
  9. Install the rear brake caliper. Refer to Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (J55) or Rear Brake Caliper Replacement (JL9) .
  10. Install the park brake cable to the park brake lever.
    11. Fig 2: View Of Park Brake Cable
    GM492729Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Connect the front park brake cable (3) to the connector (1).
  12. Install the tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation .
  13. Lower the vehicle.
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